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Firework and Bonfire Public-Event Safety Checklist

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Risk Assessment Description:

This firework and bonfire public-event safety checklist template from Health & Safety Zone helps pyrotechnicians and special‑effects crews ensure all statutory and practical controls are in place before any display or bonfire takes place.

It covers the full range of checks required by the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2002, including risk assessments, licences, safe distances, spectator control, equipment condition, PPE, fire‑watch and emergency response. The checklist follows the ten‑dimension safety framework to ensure comprehensive coverage.

Use this checklist for:

  • Pre‑event planning – confirm risk assessments, licences and safe layout are approved.
  • On‑site inspection – verify firing positions, barriers, storage and PPE before ignition.
  • Post‑event completion – ensure area is cleared, residues disposed and records filed.

Each item is answered Yes, No or N/A – any No answer must be resolved before proceeding or the event halted.

During the inspection, the responsible supervisor should tick “Yes”, “No” or “N/A” for each question, record any observations, and implement corrective actions immediately for any “No” responses to ensure safety before ignition.

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Compliant with: Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2002.

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Checks covered in this Firework and Bonfire Public-Event Operations checklist

This Firework and Bonfire Public-Event Operations safety checklist template covers 22 checks. Customise the questions to your workplace, then download a professional, print-ready PDF with Yes / No / N/A tick-boxes and a comments space.

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1Has a DSEAR‑compliant risk assessment for the firework and bonfire operation been completed and briefed to all crew?
2Is a valid licence or exemption for the fireworks display held and available for inspection?
3Are all pyrotechnicians certified and listed on the event’s competency register?
4Has a designated fire‑watch officer been appointed and briefed on duties?
5Is the firing position clearly marked and set at the required minimum safe distance from spectators and structures?
6Are spectator exclusion zones established, cordoned and signed with appropriate barriers?
7Is the ground surface at the firing and bonfire area level, firm and free of flammable debris?
8Has the weather forecast been checked and conditions deemed suitable for ignition?
9Is the electronic firing system inspected, batteries charged and cables intact?
10Are all fireworks stored in a secure, labelled area away from ignition sources and with appropriate segregation?
11Is the bonfire fuel (e.g., wood, pallets) dry, stacked safely and free from hazardous materials?
12Are fire‑extinguishers of the correct class positioned within 30 m of the firing site and inspected?
13Is personal protective equipment – flame‑resistant clothing, safety glasses, hearing protection and gloves – available and being worn by all crew?
14Are emergency evacuation routes clearly marked, unobstructed and communicated to staff and spectators?
15Is a misfire response plan in place, including a designated safe area and immediate fire‑watch action?
16Are first‑aid kits stocked, accessible and signed, with trained personnel on site?
17Has the local fire brigade been notified of the event date, time, location and scale?
18Is a post‑event site inspection scheduled to confirm all remnants are cleared and the area is safe?
19Are records of the display – risk assessment, licences, incident logs – completed and stored as required?
20Is any spent firework material disposed of in accordance with hazardous waste regulations?
21Is the electronic firing system isolated and locked out after use?
22Is the area cleared of all debris and smouldering material after the bonfire?

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How often should safety checklists be completed?

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Are the checklists a substitute for a risk assessment?

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